These delicious Honey Ginger Pork Tacos are made in the slow cooker and topped with a simple pineapple salsa. A sweet and simple meal for your next taco night!
Oh hey GUESS WHAT? Cinco de Mayo is threeeeee days away, so today my friends and I are bringing you a whole lotta taco (and margarita) goodness for your party! If you’re not having a party that’s ok too—just enjoy one (or all!) of these taco recipes on your next taco night.
Crispy Baked Avocado Tacos by rachLmansfield
A unique twist on two of your favorite foods, avocado and tacos, baked and crisped to perfection in these paleo-friendly tacos.
Braised Beef Short Rib Tacos by The Blissful Balance
Asian-inspired marinade is a fun twist on a Mexican classic. Enjoy a unique marriage of textures in these simple, wholesome tacos.
Easy Blackened Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos by Fit Mitten Kitchen
Fish Tacos are a fun and healthy way to enjoy taco night, and you can’t go wrong with these Easy Blackened Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos.
Smoked Salmon Avocado Tacos by In It 4 the Long Run
The smokey salmon and spicy arugula balanced beautifully with the creamy avocado in these Smoked Salmon and Avocado Tacos.
Pineapple Cherry Margaritas by The Balanced Berry
Wash down those delicious tacos with a refreshing, fruity margarita. They only require a few ingredients and are easy to blend up for a crowd!
You reeeeeeally can’t go wrong with tacos, especially when they’ve marinated in the slow cooker (errrr….Crock Pot) for 4 hours. These honey ginger pork tacos are marinated with—wait for it wait for it—honey and ginger (whoa), along with garlic and a bit of soy sauce. …THEN…then they’re topped with pineapple and COCONUT. The shredded coconut was a last minute decision but a good one at that. It helps to add to the sweetness of the pineapple and honey. Gah, I wish I was eating one of these bad boys while typing this. I mean seriously, tacos on a Monday sound good to me right about now.
Oh and PS I decided I’m obsessed with my Crock Pot. I already knew I was, but I think I’m going to use it a tad more frequently, no matter the time of year. This shouldn’t be a big deal considering I usually only remember to use it about 3-4 times a year. Not this year though! Nope, 2016 is the year of the Crock Pot.
Alright I’m done. Make these tacos because they’re crazy simple and delicious. The honey makes ’em sweet, the pineapple salsa makes ’em sweet and the fact that they’re a simple, no fuss meal makes them SUPER SWEET.
Ingredients
- 2 lb. pork*
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 tsp fresh ginger grated
- 3/4 cup honey
- Salt to taste
- 8 soft taco shells
- Pineapple salsa:
- 1 cup pineapple diced into small pieces
- 2 tbsp red onion diced
- 1-2 tsp shredded coconut
- Juice from 1/2 lime
- Pinch of cilantro
Instructions
- Grease slow cooker with a bit of olive oil and then place the pork in the bottom of it.
- Toss garlic, soy sauce, ginger, and honey in slow cooker and cook pork on high for 3-4 hours, or until pork is tender.
- Right before you take the pork out, prep the salsa. Do so by combining everything in a small bowl.
- Next, heat tortillas in skillet for a few minutes on each side or until they're slightly browned and warm.
- Put pork in taco shells, top each one with a spoonful of pineapple salsa, and enjoy!
Notes
Q: How often do you use your slow cooker/Crock Pot? Do you use it seasonally or year-round?
Ahhh! So I’ve expressed how much I love when you ladies collaborate, right?!
That pork looks so tender! I love pork and pineapple together. And, uh, what’s wrong with more tacos? NOTHING. 🙂
These look too good. The coconut just blew my mind.
I am definitely a crockpot person. I tend to use it more in the winter, because I kind of forget about it this time of year, but you and Christina are inspiring me to bust it back out and make some delicious tacos!
Wow! Beautiful pictures! These look delish, will be making them soon!
cinco de mayo – the perfect excuse to whip up a mexican feast. and i definitely think that tacos are on the menu! thanks!
Omg this pork looks so effing juicy. I’ve got to try these on Wednesday – GORGEOUS!!
Thanks lady!! It IS super juicy.
Oooh tacos for days!!! Love this collection – makes me wish these were all in front of me NOW – forgetabout in 3 days!
BTW – Erin especially loving this honey and ginger-flavored pork – it sounds insanely delicious!
Thanks Shashi–it’s definitely a winning flavor combo!
I can’t think of a better way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo than with a plate of tacos and a margarita! The fact that these are made in a slow cooker makes it even better. I usually bust mine out in the winter but I agree that it’s a good tool to use all year long.
The ONLY better way to celebrate would be with a side of guac 😉
Oh my word, these tacos look AMAZING!!! Totally trying this as soon as possible. YUM.
Thanks Lucia! Let me know if you do 🙂
Ohhh!! I don’t know which I want first!
All at the same time?! Taco party style 😀
That pineapple salsa sounds amazing! Definitely adding it to my summer menu rotation 😀
Ohh yeah and the addition of coconut was a good choice (if I do say so myself!)
Slow cooked pork is the best way to eat pork because it’s so tender and delicious. I love the sound of your honey ginger version with pineapple salsa, that sounds incredible!
Thanks!! I agree–slow cooked IS the best way.